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Fluid Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Tempe, Arizona
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 3–15) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule fluidmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 480-349-5898
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–12 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–12 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–12 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–12 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–12 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Parents of their children become students after seeing their little ones demonstrating discipline within their martial arts practice, that extends into school and into the home.”
“The lessons we sat in on were very advanced for beginners and we still got made to feel like we were apart of the group and doing good.”
“This is an awesome place to learn jiu-jitsu, judo, and muay thai for self defense and/or to get a good cardio workout.”
Other martial arts here
“This is an awesome place to learn jiu-jitsu, judo, and muay thai for self defense and/or to get a good cardio workout.”
“Did a week trial here and sat in on some BJJ lessons With my girlfriend, I would HIGHLY recommend this place, The instructor was super cool and supportive.”
“They teach every aspect of the sport of jiu jitsu; everything from basic fundamentals and self defense, to competition and everything in between.”
What members say
“We love you fluid 🫶🏽💪🏽 Thank you for being ALWAYS being and having such an amazing coach's.”
“The lessons we sat in on were very advanced for beginners and we still got made to feel like we were apart of the group and doing good.”
“ What stands out the most is how much my son genuinely loves going to training.”
“They teach every aspect of the sport of jiu jitsu; everything from basic fundamentals and self defense, to competition and everything in between.”
“From the moment I walk in, to the moment I leave the academy.”
“Did a week trial here and sat in on some BJJ lessons With my girlfriend, I would HIGHLY recommend this place, The instructor was super cool and supportive.”
From the reviews
The coaching staff at Fluid are the nicest, most caring coaches one could ask for. They're family owned/operated, and they make their students feel like family as well. Always helping everyone, whether they're brand new to martial arts or have been training for years.
Did a week trial here and sat in on some BJJ lessons With my girlfriend, I would HIGHLY recommend this place, The instructor was super cool and supportive. The lessons we sat in on were very advanced for beginners and we still got made to feel like we were apart of the group and doing good.
Fluid Martial Arts has had a remarkable impact on my mental and physical wellbeing. It's a fantastic place to exercise, socialize and learn. They offer comprehensive BJJ instruction which allows a beginner student like myself to follow the more advanced techniques.
Family owned and operated, first week is free. The instructors remembered my 5 year old sons name from day 1 and they keep it lively and fun. They teach all ages. Might have to sign up myself!
New to kickboxing? Start at Fluid Martial Arts Academy
Fluid Martial Arts Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Fluid Martial Arts Academy
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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